OCEA News
Information is power, and OCEA members receive regular email, text and social media updates about workplace issues and news. Many of those emails are archived below.
AMEA Office Closed July 1-5, 2024
June 27, 2024
We hope you have a wonderful upcoming Independence Day holiday!
Here's What Happened During the June 2024 D.A. LMC Meeting
June 13, 2024
Several items were discussed at the meeting including the following: Senior Paralegal Positions; Internal Staff Development; Vacancies; Background Checks; Server Issues in the Osbourne Building; and more.
Anaheim June 2024 Special Election Update
June 11, 2024
Thank you to every AMEA member who stood together to oppose the unnecessary recall attempt of Anaheim Councilwoman Natalie Rubalcava. The recall attempt was soundly defeated last week.
TENTATIVE AGREEMENT REACHED: Cadets MOU Details, Voting Info, & More
June 11, 2024
AMEA and the City of Anaheim have reached a successor tentative agreement on wages, hours, and conditions of employment for AMEA represented employees in the Police Cadet Unit.
SAMA Board Election Voting
June 11, 2024
Although each candidate is running unopposed, we want to ensure there is a record of their election.
Yorba Linda Negotiations Update: June 10, 2024
June 10, 2024
Thank you to everyone who showed up to the City Council Meeting last Tuesday, June 4!
OC San Update: Comparison Agencies Reopener
June 6, 2024
Now that our comparators are finalized, your OCEA Labor Relations Representatives know what data to use as preparations begin for our return to the negotiations table in early 2025.
OCEA Members Only: Strategies for Dealing With Debt Workshop, June 26, at HCA 17th St.
June 6, 2024
Becoming debt free requires a plan, and we can help you develop one. From getting prepared to tips to stay on track, your goals around debt can be within reach!
Enough is Enough in Laguna Niguel!
June 3, 2024
We want to provide updates on two important issues in the City of Laguna Niguel. The first is the 2024-25 budget and the second is a current outsourcing threat.
Your Retirement Security: IRISS BARRIGA WILL BE YOUR NEXT OCERS TRUSTEE!
May 30, 2024
Iriss ran in the election unopposed, and with no opponent filing papers against her, she will take over Chris Prevatt’s General Member seat on the OCERS Board of Retirement in January 2025!
Yorba Linda Negotiations Update: May 30, 2024
May 30, 2024
Your OCEA negotiations team is working diligently to secure the best contract possible for all OCEA members. To that end, we have planned an event to demonstrate our collective unity and determination.
OCSD Career Fair & Open House: Sat. June 1, 2024
May 28, 2024
Meet the men and women who serve the Orange County, CA community. Learn about careers and current openings for both sworn and professional staff positions while getting a look inside the various teams, equipment and vehicles of the Sheriff’s Department.
Yorba Linda Negotiations Update: May 23, 2024
May 23, 2024
Thank you to all members who signed petitions in support of meaningful wage increases for our dedicated City employees! Kerensa Schupmann, OCEA Labor Relations Representative and the Lead Negotiator for your bargaining team, delivered those petitions on Tuesday, May 21, along with a message for those on the dais.
OCEA Members Only THIS THURSDAY: Estate Planning-Living Trusts & Wills
May 20, 2024
Learn about Asset Distribution, Caring for Minors, Medical Decisions and more Noon-1 p.m. Thursday, May 23 at OCEA or on Zoom.